Syrah | 2015
The Syrah category featured 18 wines (11 producers and 6 single vineyards) that came from grapes sourced from across the state; twelve (67%) were appellated Texas, five (28%) from the Texas Hill Country and one (6%) from the Escondido Valley. The average prices of the wines submitted was $31, which ranged from $14 to $68 and included the following: 1 from the 2009 vintage, 4 from 2010, 3 from 2011, 5 from 2012, 5 from 2013 and 1 non-vintage.
The Top 3 Rated Syrahs:
- Lost Oak Winery, Texas, Shiraz, NV- Highly Recommended – $30 (Sold out)
- Perissos Vineyard and Winery, Texas Hill Country, Estate Syrah, 2013 – Highly Recommended – $68
- Salt Lick Cellars, Texas Hill Country, Mailes Vineyard, Syrah, 2013 – Highly Recommended – NYR